Best cat toys for indoor cats

What’s the secret to a happy moggy? Other than having loving cat parents like yourselves, of course, kitties need to be sufficiently mentally and physically stimulated. Playing with toys allows your feline friend to let off steam, test its hunting instincts, and get a bit of exercise, especially if your mog can’t go for a run around outside.

Our list of the best cat toys for indoor cats includes every type of toy your furry friend could wish for, so if laser toys haven’t gone down a treat, why not try out a wand toy? These cat toys for indoor cats are so much fun, they will have you and your cat sitter wondering where you can get a human-sized version, and no longer how to keep cats entertained!

How to choose your cat toy

The best indoor cat toys are the ones your kitty can’t get enough of. You may think you’ve hit the jackpot, but if your toys get forgotten about at the top of the cat tree, they’re probably not a hit.

When you’re on the hunt for some new fun toys for indoor cats, think about what they like doing. Do your cats love bringing you “presents”? Replace them with a toy mouse that’s hopefully a little less life-like. Does your mog love chasing things? A wand toy could be their new best friend. If your furry feline gets the zoomies every night, an exercise wheel could be right up their street.

Whatever your kitty’s personality, hours of fun are sure to be had with our selection of the best toys for indoor cats (but that doesn’t mean your outdoor mog won’t love them too!).

Best overall cat toy - Petstages Tower of Tracks

If your feline friend knows what’s up, this is the toy most likely to “accidentally” end up in your shopping basket as they saunter across your keyboard. Ping Pong balls can be swatted and batted back and forth around the tower, and when your kitty gets tired, it can continue the game on its back.

This toy is just as mentally stimulating as it is physically, with brightly coloured balls designed to capture and hold your furry mog’s attention. The non-slip base and safety bar at the top help to keep your kitty safe when things get a little out of hand.

Best wand toy - Cat Dancer Products Rainbow Cat Charmer

This list of the best cat toys for indoor cats wouldn’t be complete without a wand toy. Our furry felines absolutely love chasing these multicoloured snakes, which have a knack for slithering just out of reach of claws! When your feline friend thinks the game is finally won, the slithery snake is on the move again in seconds.

This wand toy is strong, durable, and made from nontoxic materials that make playing safe for moggies and their humans. Note that this is a toy that cat owners need to get involved in, so be prepared for a polite pat on the shoulder to remind you it’s playtime. 

Best cat toy for multiple cats - Speedy Panther Set of Cat Toys

If you’ve got multiple furry felines at home, one toy just isn’t going to be enough. This pack includes no less than 21 toys, including a collapsible cat tunnel, a wand toy, crinkle balls, feather toys, fluffy mice, and colourful balls with bells inside. These toys will keep moggies busy for hours on end, even when you’re not at home to supervise!

Best interactive toy for cats - Petstages Cheese Chase Cat Track Toy

Does your furry feline get easily distracted? Perhaps toys enjoy fifteen minutes of fun, before being forgotten about under the sofa. It sounds like you’re in need of one of the best interactive cat toys for indoor cats - and this one gives your kitty three different options to get its claws stuck into.

Mogs can choose between chasing the ball around the track, batting the catnip-filled mouse, or playing hide-and-seek with the ball inside. This toy is bound to bring out your furry feline’s inner kitten, but don’t worry, the non-slip base ensures your kitty won’t get into too much trouble while playing! 

Best laser cat toy - FYNIGO Interactive Cat Toy

Embrace your mog’s hunting instinct with a laser with three settings - the classic red dot will have your feline friend running up the walls, the LED light (recommended at two metres) keeps everyone safe while projecting colourful patterns, and the flashlight mode can be extra useful when you’ve got no idea where your mog is hiding! As your kitty (or more likely, you) gets tired, we recommend throwing in a toy mouse so they feel like they’ve “caught” something, making it the perfect way to end the play.

Best catnip toy - Yeowww Banana Singles Cat Toy

Filled with 100% organic catnip, your furry feline will go bananas for this appropriately shaped toy. Made from durable cotton twill and coloured with soy and/or vegetable-based dyes, this is the perfect natural and non-toxic snuggle buddy. If you’re thinking about hiding this toy away for a special occasion, think again - kitties will sniff out the catnip and get stuck in whether you’re ready for it or not! This one gets first place in our list of cool cat toys for indoor cats, too.

Best mouse toy for cats - OurPets Play-N-Squeak Twice the Mice Cat Toy

These mice can withstand years of chewing and playing and still squeak just like a real mouse! Fierce games of cat and mouse will provide your feline friend with endless entertainment, while simultaneously burning off pent-up energy from hours spent snoozing on the sofa. But take note, these little mice are so realistic they might give unsuspecting visitors a fright! If they’re a little too life-like for you, there is also a cute bunny version. 

Best scratch cat toy - Catit Wide Scratching Board with Catnip

Your furry friend can really get its claws into this scratching board, which is designed to satisfy the natural clawing instinct that can be rather inconvenient if you want to keep your furniture and carpets intact. Kitties can sharpen their claws while indulging in a full-body stretch so satisfying yogis will be wondering whether a scratching board is missing from their sun salutations routine. With catnip included, don’t be disappointed to find your mogs also favour the board as a sleeping spot over the snuggly bed you bought them.

Best plush cat toy - Bojafa Catnip Teeth Cleaning Toys

It’s time to get your furry feline a new friend! Kitties deserve something they can snuggle, chew, and play with, and this plush cat toy ticks all three boxes. From a comfy pillow to unsuspecting prey, this toy is fun and practical, as it improves dental hygiene by exfoliating dental plaque build-up when it’s chewed on. 

Best tunnel cat toy - PAWZ 130cm Long Cat Tunnel

Just as good for snoozing in as it is for games of hide and seek, this “S” shaped tunnel can be unfolded and ready to go in seconds. Anytime is playtime for your furry feline, so be ready for surprise attacks from the peepholes and kitties (and their favourite toys) to go “missing” inside this tunnel.

Best toy for hungry kitties - Trixie Cat Activity Fun Board

Although we’re told not to play with our food, why shouldn’t we add some fun to feeding time? Whether you’ve got a feline motivated by food, or you just want to add some extra stimulation to meal times, activity boards are a great way for furry mogs to relieve stress, anxiety, and boredom. And the best part? Your kitty’s hard work will never be in vain, as they will always be rewarded with a treat or two at the end of a tiring workout.

Best toy for little hunters - HEXBUG nano Robotic Cat Toy

This little robotic critter will zoom around your home providing the ultimate plaything for your furry feline. Kitties can hunt, chase, and then trap their unsuspecting prey, but only if they’re clever enough to keep up with the Hexbug Robotic Toy as it navigates around corners, into small hiding spaces, and even flips over! Take note, this toy works best on flat, smooth surfaces, and may get stuck on carpeted areas. 

Best kicker toy - Peteast Fish Kicker Toy

Just as popular for cuddling as it is for playing with, this kicker toy automatically gets its wiggle on with just the tap of a paw. The sound (and the smell of catnip) will keep your kitty hooked, but don’t worry, the fish automatically turns off after 15 seconds. When the poor fish is looking a bit worse for wear, just remove the motor and pop it in the washing machine!

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